Modular Boxing Training System with Networked Sensors

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current training systems for boxing and martial arts lack integrated solutions for competitive training, data gathering, and real-time feedback, particularly in group or remote settings, failing to provide comprehensive metrics and inter-user competition features.

Innovation Solution

A modular system with fixed impact receivers, Wi-Fi sensors, and a local server for data processing and display, allowing real-time synchronization of movements, scoring, and competition across multiple locations, incorporating video feedback and a point system for enhanced training and motivation.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Loss of information

If traditional individual training devices are used, then training functionality is provided, but real-time feedback and inter-user competition features are lacking

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetraining data feedbackVSAvoidsystem integration
Core Design Contradiction:
Loss of informationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines multiple training devices into a single integrated system with shared components including a common frame structure, centralized control unit, and networked sensors. This merging enables real-time data exchange and inter-user competition while reducing overall system complexity through component sharing and standardized interfaces.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The integrated system provides multi-functionality by supporting both individual training modes and group competition modes through a single platform. The control unit can switch between providing real-time feedback for individual users and facilitating inter-user competition, making the system universally applicable to different training needs without requiring separate dedicated devices.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Ease of operation

If group training is implemented, then user motivation is increased, but coordination and synchronization become more difficult

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvegroup coordinationVSAvoidtraining efficiency
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The system implements real-time feedback mechanisms through networked sensors and display units that provide each user with immediate performance data and synchronization status. This feedback enables users to self-correct and stay coordinated with the group, maintaining training efficiency while facilitating easy group coordination through visual and auditory cues from the control unit.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

3Adaptability or versatility

If remote training is enabled, then accessibility is improved, but real-time interaction and competition are reduced

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetraining location flexibilityVSAvoidreal-time connection
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces a network intermediary layer including wireless communication modules and a centralized control unit that mediates between remote users and the training system. This intermediary enables real-time data transmission and synchronization across different locations, maintaining reliable real-time interaction and competition capabilities while providing the flexibility for remote training through network connectivity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Data Source

PatentEP3532174B1Integrated system for boxing and martial arts-based group competitive training and method of use the same
Publication Date: 2021.06.23 BROOKLYN FITBOXING INT SL
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AI summary

The invention described and claimed in the present application comprises a modular and integrated system for optimal, organized, structured and integral training and competition using boxing and martial arts-based training and conditioning tools, record keeping, integration, displaying and communication components. The purely structural elements of the invention comprise a metal frame, easy to assemble and disassemble, anchored to the floor with engagement means. Impact receiving means (1) Boxing training bags, and other training tools can be mounted to the frame in a pre-determined, pre-structured arrangement and array. The underlying idea is to seek and optimize a global training vision of a single participant or a group of participants in order to improve their training experience and results, and to allow individual to establish training metrics and group competition.